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Hello, my name is Harry and this is my blog which is all about understanding the Australian tax system. Let's be honest, tax can be very boring and the Australian tax system isn't the easiest thing to understand with its many rules and regulations. When I became self-employed a couple of years ago, I didn't have a clue about how to calculate or pay tax. Thankfully, my friend put me in touch with a fantastic tax service who were able to guide me as I filled out my first tax returns. I have learnt so much about the tax system since then, that I decided to start this blog.

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If you've moved overseas to pursue a different career opportunity or to take advantage of a more favourable tax regime, then you will need to look at all your tax obligations very carefully. This can be a difficult area to navigate, but the first thing to consider is whether you are classified as a "resident" or "non-resident" for tax purposes. From there, you can really begin to explore your solutions.
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Quantity surveyors are very important in the tendering process. They have professional knowledge on contract and tax knowledge involved in the project to be conducted. They play a wide range of roles, one of them being tender analysis and agreement before the project begins. The analysis process must be driven towards obtaining value of the project being erected, the tax implications of tendering shares, and cutting down on costs involved. The process of tender analysis involves a series of factors.
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If you have just gotten divorced, there are a lot of changes going on in your life. As many married people use the same accountant, one of the things you may want to consider is getting a different accountant. Here are some things to consider.
You can stay with your current accountant
Your current accountant is obliged to keep your financial dealings private, and they should not be discussing your new financial circumstances with your ex-spouse.
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